An Insight :
Jodhpur... the blue city
An oasis in the arid Thar Desert, Jodhpur is the second largest city in the
state of Rajasthan. Representing this colourful city with shades of blue,
Jodhpur has a history that is rich and a present that beckons strongly to
the discerning tourist. Forts and palaces, temples and havelis, culture and
tradition, spices and fabrics, colour and texture, Jodhpur has them all and
in plenty. Situated in western Rajasthan, Jodhpur has long attracted both
the domestic and outside tourist. It not only offers tangibles, in terms of
what you can see and buy but also fills one with a sense of history and the
splendours of an era gone forever. The hospitality of the locals, the demure
women, the colourful turbans -all set against the unmerciful desert is
something to feel, not just see.
Lets Explore Jodhpur :
» Mehrangarh Fort - 'Mehrangarh', meaning the
Majestic Fort is one of the largest forts in India. Located at the center of
the city the fort spreads over 5km atop a 125m high hill. The magnificent
fort was originally started by Rao Jodha in 1459, but most of the fort which
stands today dates from the period of Jaswant Singh (1638 to 1678). Moti
Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are some of
the important palaces and apartments within the complex.
» Jaswant Thada - A collection of royal crematorium
including that of Maharajah Jaswant Singh II, in white marble, is situated
near to Mehrangarh fort. Built in 1899, the cenotaph also houses the
portraits of the rulers of Jodhpur. There is some beautiful marble lattice
work.
» Umaid Bhavan Palace & Museum - Built by
Maharajah Umaid Singh in 1929 and completed in 1943, this exquisite palace
also known as Chhittar Palace is a splendid example of Indo-Colonial art
deco style
Fairs & Festivals :
Jodhpur celebrates the Marwar festival with great fun and joy. It is a
two-day program of fun, folk music, folk dance and folklore. Nagpanchami,
the worship of the king of the serpents, is also celebrated with enthusiasm.
Where is Jodhpur?
» By Air - Jodhpur is well connected to Delhi,
Mumbai, Udaipur and Jaipur.
» By Rail - Jodhpur is connected by an excellent
overnight train service from New Delhi. There are also regular Intercity
trains connecting Jodhpur with Jaipur and Jaisalmer.
» By Road - Jodhpur is well connected by road to
Jaipur (330 kms), Jaisalmer (290 kms), Udaipur (275 kms), Khimsar (90 kms)
and serves as the gateway for many tourists destinations in Rajasthan.
